Socialist Zohran Mamdani Humiliated After His Bench Press Disaster in Brooklyn [WATCH]

New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani (D-Queens) became the subject of widespread online ridicule this week after video footage surfaced showing him struggling during a weightlifting demonstration at Brooklyn’s Men’s Day event.

Mamdani, 33, who is known for his outspoken socialist positions and frequent calls for economic redistribution, attempted a bench press during the community gathering.

The footage showed him lying on the bench with a standard barbell loaded with 135 pounds, a weight commonly regarded as an entry-level lift for many beginners.

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Despite encouragement from attendees, Mamdani was unable to complete the lift on his own and required the assistance of a spotter to return the bar to the rack.

The moment, captured on video and quickly shared across social media platforms, drew significant attention.

NEW: Socialist Zohran Mamdani shows off his muscles at Men’s Day in Brooklyn, needs help from a spotter to bench 135 pounds.

The 33-year-old was reluctant at first to get under the bar but gave in after being pressured by the locals. pic.twitter.com/7lsOJ3CubM

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The clip circulated widely on X, where users created memes and commentary mocking the assemblyman for the failed attempt.

Critics accused Mamdani of posturing in public appearances and said the incident highlighted a gap between his political rhetoric and personal display at the event.

Comments online included descriptions of Mamdani as “weak” and “an embarrassment,” with many users using the moment to criticize his broader political agenda.

Zohran Mamdani redistributing the lifting to his spotter: pic.twitter.com/sZnY3xrwB4

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The viral reaction came as part of a broader trend of politicians facing heightened scrutiny when personal moments are broadcast on social platforms.

Mamdani, who has represented New York’s 36th Assembly District since 2021, has often been vocal about progressive policy proposals in housing, economic reform, and redistribution of wealth.

The socialist way.

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His reputation as a forceful speaker in Albany contrasted with the lighthearted but critical response his failed lift received online.

Brooklyn’s Men’s Day event featured a variety of athletic and community-building activities.

While most of the program focused on health, mentoring, and outreach, Mamdani’s participation in the bench press became the focal point after the footage went viral.

Political observers noted that while the event itself was intended to highlight male engagement in fitness and community, the assemblyman’s attempt at weightlifting became a distraction from the program’s broader goals.

The reaction underscored the challenges public figures face in an era where even minor mishaps are quickly amplified.

Weak men create hard times.. buckle up New Yorkers

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Within hours of the clip appearing online, thousands of users had shared the footage, with memes comparing Mamdani’s effort to his political stances.

As of Thursday, Mamdani had not issued a public statement in response to the incident. His office also did not respond to requests for comment regarding his participation at the event.

Mamdani’s political career has often attracted attention for his progressive stances, particularly his criticism of law enforcement funding and advocacy for tenant rights.

The viral moment at the Men’s Day event added a new layer of visibility, though this time in the form of widespread mockery rather than political debate.

The incident highlights how elected officials increasingly find themselves under scrutiny not only for their policies but also for personal appearances, particularly when those appearances are recorded and broadcast on social media.

Brooklyn’s Men’s Day concluded with the rest of its programming as planned, though Mamdani’s failed bench press remained the dominant talking point online.